Ralph Rangnik is considering becoming Austria’s head coach, with Manchester United’s interim manager continuing as a consultant to the club if he accepts.
If the 63-year-old takes over the national team, Rangnik could be confirmed for the role this week. After United’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea, he was asked if he would take responsibility for Austria.
“I would like to talk tonight about Man United and our game and the rest of the season. I can definitely confirm that I will continue at the end of this season with my consulting role, “said Rangnik.
“I wouldn’t say I’ll be much of a step forward, but we agreed on the content and timing of my advisory role, although as I said, I haven’t spoken to Eric [ten Hag, the incoming manager] more. I am more than happy and I want to help and change things for the better.
“It will leave room for another job, but that was what we agreed on when I started work in November. Tonight is Chelsea’s game and let’s talk about it. “
Cristiano Ronaldo’s 23rd goal of the season canceled the opening of Marcos Alsono. While Chelsea already have 66 points after 33 games and are third, six points ahead of fourth-placed Arsenal, United are sixth with 55, five behind the Gunners.
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The victories in the last three matches of United – against Brentford, Brighton and Crystal Palace – will mean that they will equal their lowest points in the Premier League so far of 64 points for the 2013-14 season, led by David Moyes. Asked to avoid a new low, Rangnik said: “Overall, it was a difficult season. We can still have a lot of points, I wouldn’t say easy, but we really should have more. We were relegated from the Champions League against Atletico Madrid and it was a huge blow not only in terms of confidence but also in terms of energy, so it is important that we showed a reaction. [tonight] against one of the top three teams in England.
Rangnik is not sure if Ronaldo will stay at the club. “This is something we need to talk about between Eric, the board and me. Cristiano has another one-year contract, it’s also important to know what he wants if he wants to stay. “
Thomas Tuchel’s side missed a series of chances to beat United. “It was a little disappointing,” said the Chelsea manager.
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